Nicalis is localizing Touch Detective 3 + The Complete Case Files for English release in the west, the company just announced. It will be available in Q1 2024.
This is the first time the game will be leaving Japan. It first came to the 3DS in 2024, followed by a Switch version in October 2022.
Here’s an overview of the game courtesy of Nicalis:
Touch Detective 3 + The Complete Case Files includes all three mainline Touch Detective games, plus two bonus scenarios and an extensive in-game gallery with over 500 images of rare artwork, development sketches and comic strips. The release marks the first time that Touch Detective 3 will be localized and officially released in English.
Developed by Beeworks Games and Success Corporation, the Touch Detective series follows the adventures of Mackenzie, a rookie detective who attempts to solve local mysteries with the help of Funghi (her mushroom assistant) and Cromwell (the family butler). Use the Nintendo Switch touch screen to guide Mackenzie through the town, interact with other characters, pick up and use objects and more.
Through the course of the three games, you’ll get to meet Mackenzie’s best friends Penelope and Chloe, rival detective Norman Touche and many other colorful, eccentric and memorable characters. The two bonus scenarios feature Funghi exploring the environment, interviewing people and solving puzzles.
Touch Detective 3 + The Complete Case Files will be sold both physically and digitally on Switch at launch.